2025 Local Elections

Kaipātiki Local Board

The Kaipātiki Local Board is one of 21 local boards in Auckland. The local board makes a plan for your area and decides on local issues, activities and facilities. It also oversees council services and facilities in your area, including libraries and parks. The local board is made up of eight members. This is a first past the post (FPP) election, so you vote by ticking the name of your preferred candidate on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Kaipātiki Local Board election.

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Hudson Kostich

Ngozi Penson

Melanie Kenrick

Martin Lundqvist

Raymond Tan

Dave Kaio

John Gillon

Tim Spring

Gerald Lopez

Lofty Ned

Emma Ryburn-Phengsavath

Eric Boon Leong Chuah

Janet Tupou

Paula Gillon

Danielle Grant

Paula Gillon

Kaipātiki Local Board member

Paula Gillon

Kaipātiki Local Board member

Why I'm standing

I love working for our community. I have served our community since 2016 on the Kaipātiki Local Board and am seeking re-election.

About me

I have a track record of working for the benefit of our community and getting things done. I have an extensive background in local government including a MPhil in public policy, local government and active recreation. I grew up in Kaipātiki and live in Beach Haven with my husband and two boys.

My priorities

Continue working to improve maintenance of public spaces and the environment.
Oppose congestion charging without improved public transportation.
Continue to support families, young people and community development initiatives.

Current role

Kaipātiki Local Board member

Before politics

Secondary School Teacher

Residence

Beach Haven

Age

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Why I'm standing

I love working for our community. I have served our community since 2016 on the Kaipātiki Local Board and am seeking re-election.

About me

My priorities

Continue working to improve maintenance of public spaces and the environment.
Oppose congestion charging without improved public transportation.
Continue to support families, young people and community development initiatives.

Current role

Kaipātiki Local Board member

Before politics

Secondary School Teacher

Residence

Beach Haven

Age

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